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Housewrecker Support Forum - Forumsen-usForumsSat, 10 Dec 2016 01:15:55 +0000http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss30My Housewreckerhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1421872738
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1421872738Tue, 17 Nov 2015 14:06:58 +0000Got any pictures?Driver selection for HWK15 single driver, low resphttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1447706647
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1447706647Mon, 16 Nov 2015 20:44:07 +0000I just build a Tuba HT from Bill Fitzmaurice for a buddy, and damn that thing moves air. It really brought out the downtuned (F standard) bass guitar in some of my favorite tunes. Unfortunately I can't really fit a Tuba HT in my living room, but the dimensions of the HWK15 seem do-able as a TV stand or coffee table base. My living room isn't huge, and I live in an apartment, so I am looking for the sub to dig really deep, I don't need maximum output (although I run BFM TLAH line array mains, which can get ludicrously loud).<br /><br />Does the HWK15 sound like it would be good for this application? I can get pretty damn loud and have never had any complaints, but I'm looking for solid output down to or even under 20hz. What drivers would be good for this? I don't plan on running a ton of power, probably starting with a 120w plate amp cannibalized from my current sub. Right now I'm looking at the Dayton ST385-8 Series II and it looks like it meets the criteria.<br /><br />Does anyone have response plots for single driver in the low-frequency configuration?plexi glass windowhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1289042261
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1289042261Wed, 08 Jul 2015 13:53:44 +0000I don't. <br />I am not sure you can scale it down like that. The port should have at least 1/3 of the drivers diameter. Length is something you might have to experiment with. Below is a link to a 6th order band pass calculator. You might be able to figure it out from that.<br /> <br /><a href="http://www.mh-audio.nl/Bandpass.asp" target="_blank">http://www.mh-audio.nl/Bandpass.asp</a><br />Scaling dowwwwwn the HWKhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1206621898
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1206621898Sun, 05 Jul 2015 22:04:24 +0000hi All <br /><br />i am building a down scaled house wrecker for 12 inches<br />i am doing this for 4 drivers &nbsp;;D <br />can any one please help as to how to calculate the port sizes and lengths?<br />i should have the thiell smalls done with in this week <br />and do i need to cut out the glass window hole? (not planning on using it)<br /><br />thank you in advance<br />Best Regards<br />Jody <br /> Scaling for 18 inch drivers?http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1434657505
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1434657505Thu, 18 Jun 2015 20:58:25 +0000I recently purchased these plans after being told that they were commonly scaled up for 18 inch drivers. Only issue is, I can't figure out the exact dimensions that I would need for it to properly accommodate an 18 inch woofer.HWK recommendations of optional sizes are gone?http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1200756910
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1200756910Thu, 28 May 2015 21:22:34 +0000In the same boat as everyone was on this old forum thread. I purchased HWK 15 plans after being told via email that it was commonly scaled up for 18 inch drivers. I emailed tech support again asking how to scale it up, but I'm guessing they didn't get around to replying back. specs for 10 inch versionhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1429228625
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1429228625Fri, 17 Apr 2015 00:57:05 +0000i can't find the specs for the 10 or 12 version of the hwk anywhere, any help or direction would be appreciated18" scaling?http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1329543661
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1329543661Sun, 29 Mar 2015 02:43:06 +0000I saw that you resized the house wrecker and used RE subs. I want to know if you would suggest going the same route and use 18 in subwoofersquestion about the housewreckerhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1427412539
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1427412539Fri, 27 Mar 2015 00:28:59 +0000I'm thinking about building a hwk. I have built the wicked one and deathbox and have been impressed by quality and output of both enclosures. I want to get more low end bass and the HWK seems like the enclosure to build. I want to try it in both the 15 and 18 inch versions. I have all the information for the 15 but I would like to get the 18 inch cut sheet or dimensions. Does anyone know where I can find the information I need housewrecker troublehttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1400108484
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1400108484Tue, 08 Jul 2014 14:08:27 +0000I have to agree with these experienced old heads.<br /><br />Sometimes either the driver is &quot;uncomfortable&quot; in this type of enclosure or you are simply trying to get more out of a driver than it can produce and you reach beyond max excursion.<br /><br />If your driver still works after a massive bottoming out, bump event, you are lucky.<br /><br />Try a different driver, reduce any low boost, block off some of the port or in general reduce power.Scaled Down Housewrecker for 6.5" Drivers: Shumanhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1370588522
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1370588522Sun, 25 Aug 2013 07:02:04 +0000For a small room, the scaled sound would sound big,....In <br />a small room. The 15&quot; would overpower a small room, I <br />think. <br /><br />What's your thought on this case? HWK 15 using Image Dynamics IDQ15's?http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1374702186
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1374702186Fri, 02 Aug 2013 18:24:09 +0000Will def have to try it out, have to finish my car install but after that will start the build. &nbsp;I'll post pics as soon as I can.Built a new Housewreckerhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1364147516
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1364147516Wed, 29 May 2013 21:45:36 +0000Today, I took advantage of the fact that all my neighbors were heading out to work this morning (I am still on leave of absence to recover from hip surgery. I have to use a cane still) and all the aged ones, several houses away, are mostly deaf anyway (I trust).<br /><br />I set things up on my back deck and cranked this enclosure up all by itself at first, then adding a very powerful full range enclosure (no other subs).<br /><br /><br /><br />My high boxes are rather large, 8 cubic feet (tallish) enclosures each with 2 - JBL E140s, 1- JBL E120 (in its own sealed enclosure), JBL 2380/2445 bi-radial horn/4 inch compression driver combo, via passive XO (sorry, I forget the JBL model number, bringing the horns in passive at about 800Hz, ), dual 2405s (ultra hi-frequency drivers) via passive N7000 XO. In other words, these upper <i>Sohmbitches</i> are very efficient, incredibly accurate and, if need be, they can get extremely loud!!<br /><br /><br />I was originally trying to stay vintage with all my drivers AND power, but I am using a very powerful modern-ish high power amplifier for the sub. The vintage electronic 2-Way Stereo crossovers I am using are Crown VFX-2. (I am shooting for a totally vintage set up, eventually - ;^)).<br /><br />Using 1 600W/channel sub amp (driving the Housewrecker components - about 3 times as much power as I need, but HEY, it is one of what I have on hand!!), two DC-300s, bi-amped (1 for the dual 15s, and 1 for the 12s, horns and Ultra HF drivers. <br /><br /><br />I crossed over the sub (Housewrecker) at 70Hz (using a modernish Crown CTs-1200) allowing the dual 15s to come in strong at that point (using 1 DC-300 for all four 15s), then the single 12s, horns and super tweets came in at 220 Hz (using the second DC-300).<br /><br />The best way to put it ...<br /><br />A single 15&quot; HW, doing only low sub duty, kept up with the rest of the system quite well!! REALLY WELL!!<br /><br />I came up with those XO points after almost an hour of really loud testing/measuring with pink noise and several CDs to enjoy.<br /><br /><br /><br />I guess I just wanted to prove to myself that as good as this thing sounds at a whisper, it will also shake the ground if called upon to do so.<br /><br /><br />Only two people stopped by during all my testing - one very confused teen tooling by on a scooter (I discovered that I was older than his grandfather, but somewhat more cool, it seems) and my neighbor's wife from three doors down, driving home after a shopping trip.<br /><br /><br /> <img src="http://www.decware.com/yabbfiles/Templates/Forum/yabb21/grin.gif" border="0" alt="Grin" /><br /> <br />HWK 15 Question.http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1351865592
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1351865592Fri, 18 Jan 2013 03:05:33 +0000Cost effective is whatever the budget can stand. Here is a list to start :<br /><br /><a href="http://www.parts-express.com/cat/subwoofers/14?kg=497&#124;3925" target="_blank">http://www.parts-express.com/cat/subwoofers/14?kg=497&#124;3925</a><br /><br />1 HO for big power and low booms<br /><br />1 HF for average power but excellent bass<br /><br />It all depends on the budget and how low or loud you want to go...<br /><br /><br />HT-EXT<br />Scaled Down Housewrecker for 6.5" Drivershttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1352677786
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1352677786Sun, 11 Nov 2012 23:49:46 +0000I have two 6.5&quot; Blues drivers that I have had for a very long time. They are great speakers and still work great. I would like to put them in the HWK15 true isoberrek alignment referenced on this site (can't link to it because I'm a new member), but have no idea whether I can just scale the Housewrecker design or whether something else is required. I would like to be able to get as much from these little workhorses as possible understanding that they are just 6.5&quot; drivers. Anyway, any help at all in the best way to configure these would be greatly appreciated.<br /><br />- ShumanBuilding a sub (probably February or so)http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1352593675
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1352593675Sun, 11 Nov 2012 00:27:55 +0000Ok, I plan to build a subwoofer. Would love to build the audiophile Wicked One but I just don't have room for it. The footprint is too large for my needs. I have tentatively decided on the HouseWrecker in either a 12&quot; or 10&quot; flavor. <br /><br />An initial question I have is this: Does this sub benefit from being in contact with the floor? (carpet over concrete FWIW) Since the sub has a sealed bottom, my inclination is that it doesn't matter with this design.<br /><br />My ZOB's are Maple edged in Walnut. I would like the sub to be walnut edged in maple. The edges I had in mind are the 4 corners and I would like to extend these edges below the bottom of the box to make legs. Maybe elevating the box somewhere between 8 and 12 inches, whatever looks right and doesn't make it too top heavy.Pipe Organ Subwooferhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1313795559
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1313795559Sat, 01 Sep 2012 01:56:05 +0000More than happy. &nbsp;Yeah, you could say that.<br /><br />One of the worst parts of forums is how everything gets left open ended and you don't know whether the last posting was the final word that set the OP straight or whether the OP gave up, so I'm providing follow up.<br /><br />My carpentry skills are awful, so I paid somebody to build one of these. &nbsp;He did a nice job, glued and screwed, and we left one of the panels removable (used some weather stripping to make sure the sealing is good). &nbsp;Used a piece of PVC for the top vent instead of a coffee can, and put it in the church.<br /><br />I couldn't have been more disappointed by the non-existence of anything under about 100 hz. &nbsp; Then I reversed the phase on one of the drivers (d'oh!) and sat back at the organ console and started playing. &nbsp;Still nothing under 80 hz. &nbsp;We have the ability to control the volume of the electronic rank note by note, so I started turning up the low notes, further and further. &nbsp;And I realized I was sitting in a dead spot, while the rest of the roam was SWIMMING in bass. &nbsp;Moving the speaker just a foot fixed the problem (well, probably just moved it, but I don't really care).<br /><br />So this is the best subwoofer we have tried yet, and a local cabinet maker is making me 6 more of them as I write this out of some descent plywood for the next couple jobs. &nbsp;Perfect fit for the application, thanks for the help on here.<br /><br />Jon<br />Anyone scale and use JL Audio 18W6's in a HWK?http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1338980545
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1338980545Wed, 11 Jul 2012 12:35:54 +0000Well have you made connections? If yes then please try to tell me..HWK scaled for 10"http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1334281192
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1334281192Tue, 15 May 2012 18:37:46 +0000Thanks, got you PM. Unable to reply in POM until I get 5 posts apparently.<br /><br />How efficient is the HWR, I know I am not using 1/2 the power of my CS800, and I picked up a 410 powered bass cab with a SS 100 Watt bass amp in it made by Bruce of Colorado a few decades ago. &nbsp;Wondering if a good strong 100 Watt with a huge transformer made for Bass guitar amp as low would push the sub with the 125 watt per channel 5.1 receiver, it should not clip much I am thinking made for lows basically...<br /><br /><br />Cioa Another Scaling Questionhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1308520249
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1308520249Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:16:41 +0000Hey even I am facing with the same problem so what should I do or I also have to do like subasstard??Scaling the HWK for 18"http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1189628074
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1189628074Fri, 27 Jan 2012 11:44:45 +0000I forgot to ask about the material thickness when scaling the HWK for 18&quot;, do you use the 3/4&quot; material or do you multiply that also with 1.2 or just use 1&quot; thick material. I think there is going to be more pressure in the box with the 18&quot; drivers that is capable moving larger volume of air than with 15&quot;? What would you recommend for suitable construction material, I was thinking to use MDF, because it's more dense and less prone to resonate? <br /><br />ThanksHouse Wrecker for Basshttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1323265406
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1323265406Thu, 05 Jan 2012 11:52:45 +0000The HWK15 is an excellent choice for Pro-Audio or musical sound reproduction. I have a feeling to get the HWK to play 500Hz to the level that matches your other speakers might be difficult without EQing it. Also choosing the proper sub/woofer to do the job will be very important too and the JBLs should work but I am just guessing without being able to try them myself.<br /><br />Casters are prolly going to be a must if you are going to move it around a lot. It is a large enclosure and when fully load can still be difficult to move around, even with a heavy –duty hand truck.<br /><br />I personally would not change the dimensions what so ever. Stick to the original design for the best results, it is a proven build that can fill even the largest rooms with bass.<br /><br />If you need more info let me know.<br /><br /><br />HT-EXT &nbsp;<br />Port scalinghttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1311893406
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1311893406Thu, 18 Aug 2011 19:32:00 +0000I think you can get away with that. There are some old post on this matter and I am pretty sure someone has already tried it. Let me know how it turns out.<br /><br /><br />HT-EXT HWK 18" 'final touches' top port size!?http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1289550496
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1289550496Thu, 11 Aug 2011 02:27:10 +0000180 mm = 7&quot; for those of us who still can't visualize the metric system. &nbsp;If you go from 1 port to 2 ports and keep the area of the port(s) the same, the port length(s) will be the same. &nbsp;A 7&quot; diameter port will have an area of (3.5)(3.5)pi sq in = 12.25 pi sq in at some length (that you presumably know). &nbsp;If you make the area half and use two ports of the same length you should get the same result. &nbsp;6.125 pi sq in would be very close to a 5&quot; diameter port ((2.5)(2.5)pi sq in = 6.25). &nbsp;So, use two 5&quot; diameter ports to do the same thing as one 7&quot; diameter port.<br /><br />That said, I had a friend who built a 18&quot; HW and that one sounded better with the top off. &nbsp;Go figure. &nbsp;He has since moved on to folded horns.<br /><br />DAnNew HWK Page and Picture galleryhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1296244395
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1296244395Sat, 28 May 2011 07:03:41 +0000Anybody willing to give more info? Some pictures do need explanations.<br />What's the use of posting pictures if there are no details?Help wiring 2 subs in the HWhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1304621998
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1304621998Sat, 07 May 2011 12:32:28 +0000Have fun and enjoy.....take pictures along the way so we can all see how it turned out.....<br /><br />ZYGI"The Ultimate"http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1180736399
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1180736399Mon, 31 Jan 2011 06:10:02 +0000what that guy said ^^^ &nbsp; thats not even right!! most sick box iv seen!! 5 STAR BOX!!tryin to decide..http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1288610797
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1288610797Mon, 08 Nov 2010 11:42:08 +0000Hey thanks for the info.. I was hoping it may be less weight.. we have one venue up two long flights of stairs.. so i dont want to wrestle and get the smack down on me if the sub wins the match &nbsp;I may have to check out a lighter idea some how.. &nbsp;<br /><br />Thanks again!!Audioque subshttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1284328332
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1284328332Tue, 26 Oct 2010 02:54:44 +0000thanks HTHWK build so farhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1287627179
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1287627179Fri, 22 Oct 2010 14:05:55 +0000love the idea of the cover on it, people are always gunna sit there grog on the box and if it goes in the top port its all over so my plan was to build legs on the top and flip the box so the top port shoots into the ground, the cover may be another option toohousewrecker upside downnn???http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1286447182
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1286447182Sat, 16 Oct 2010 05:08:58 +0000i think i could make something like that from my excess MDF.<br /><br />hopefully starting the build next weekend so will make a final decision once its near finished.HWK15 buildhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1285050413
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1285050413Sun, 26 Sep 2010 22:08:07 +0000Magnet in the bottom chamber (chamber with two ports) with the subwoofer cone point up toward the top port. Please understand it is up to listener to tune the enclosure to their own liken. You might want to try it both ways and see which fits your taste. Good luck.<br /><br /><br />HT-EXT opinions pleasehttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1281955405
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1281955405Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:31:09 +0000The issue I have is not to do with the physical size of the enclosure, it is more to do with its output method. To elaborate, my plan is to mount a Hwk to the outside of the rink barrier at each end, and then by changing the top port to face the same direction as the bottom ports, I will cut holes of the same size in the rink barrier. The reason for this is that the rink walls are approx 2 meters high, half plastic and half plexi glass. So this means that the only place suitable for an imperial is flown 2 meters high, which is not aesthetically practical.<br />However 3 small holes cut into the lower (plastic) half of the rink barrier would be suitable. So the only thing I need to know is if this design will have the correct output and dispersion characteristics to suit this application. Also ideas on the best driver to achieve this.<br />All help is very much appreciated.<br />DavidHWK Build Question...http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1280357064
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1280357064Thu, 29 Jul 2010 03:14:38 +0000Thanks for the quick reply Steve, as I'm really excited to build this monster. &nbsp;So the top and bottom just &quot;socket&quot; into the box then? &nbsp;And I get them back out for adjustment by pushing the bottom out by reaching the the port and top through the top port? &nbsp;Sorry for the simple questions. &nbsp;This is my first sub build and I want to get it right and do the design justice.Using Passive Radiatorshttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1276240916
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1276240916Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:10:02 +0000Hmmm...Ok! I'll rethink the passive idea <img src="http://www.decware.com/yabbfiles/Templates/Forum/yabb21/undecided.gif" border="0" alt="Undecided" />HWK15 with slotted port ???http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1274100571
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1274100571Mon, 17 May 2010 13:49:31 +0000I recently started a project after I found an extra top for my HWK15. The top fit perfectly but did not have a hole cut out for the top port. I came up with a slotted port that would fit between the HWK and the top with no hole. <br /><br />Now that I have front firing ports top and bottom is this going to cause phase issues?<br /><br />Will I need to run a sub allignment so the subs will run in phase instead of out of phase allignment I have now?<br /><br />It is working and sounds great but it does not want to get along with the other subs in the room. Just looking for some opinions, besides it is going to be a challenge to figure out with all the possible sub allignments. <br /><br /><br />HT-EXT <br /><br /><br />PS: I am using two Dayton Series IIs with magnets in the center chamber.<br /><br /> What box for my application?Housewrecker/Death boxhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1260934873
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1260934873Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:50:29 +0000Once you have built your own subs you will want everything else built by your own hands. I thought I would be happy with store bought tower speakers but soon work out plains for my mini-towers. It is a sickness that is hard to kick. The urge to build.<br /><br /><br />HT-EXTSteve or whoever original measurements for hwkhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1237775107
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1237775107Mon, 22 Feb 2010 21:40:35 +0000<br /><br />I see that someone has already posted the question I had.<br /><br />I had the original plans, which included modifiers for varying sizes of Housewrecker designs, but I have misplaced it over the years.<br /><br />I need to know where this info lives on the site so that I can find it once again. &nbsp;It was originally included with the formal plans for the HWK, but it no longer seems to be available when I last downloaded the plans.<br /><br />(I have since lost my password information, so I will gladly pay for the entire site plans once again, but I want to know where to find the modifying factors for various sizes of drivers when used in the HWK design.) &nbsp;Anyone have a link to this information at hand?HWK vs WOhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1263691271
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1263691271Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:32:45 +0000Melbourne?<br /><br />That changes everything!! <br /><br /> ... doesn't it?<br /><br />Pop and R&amp;B, modern Alternative/Indy, old school classic rock ... you can likely skip the giant bass boxes and get by very well with a couple of WOs for most medium sized venues.<br /><br />I have only had one chance to &quot;let fly&quot; at high power my one dual fifteen Housewrecker and to be most honest, I had more bass outside the building than I did inside. I believe this had to do with the dimensions of the building and what nodes may become a problem, but (it was a five hundred table, low roof party hall with a small, central dance floor - I am sure that Steve can eloquently describe the acoustical anomalies we were facing, with no further description of the hall - I would be forced to use harsh expletives, however) the bass was there, but it was more powerful well outside the dance area.<br /><br />WOs (probably four of them) would have been a better choice due to their directionality and the concentrated force of their airflow. <br /><br />I only have used four WOs with one local band (but for over three years now) in various small venues, but with two per side, their compact &quot;club PA system&quot; is quite impressive, to be most humble about it (we set them up in various ways - sometimes all facing forward, sometimes, facing at various angles - occasionally both facing towards a corner - you just have to be willing to think as you set them up, because they don't always need to go forward with the rest of your speakers - be flexible).Scaling the housewrecker for a dayton 18http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1218117794
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1218117794Sat, 30 May 2009 11:08:45 +0000Stop the hole saw. I'm not sure on port sizes, but there may something on the forums, worth checking. I'll have a browse myself and see what the go is.<br />Cheers<br />Housewrecker on its sidehttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1237123202
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1237123202Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:13:39 +0000Yes. You can lay the HWK on its side. I have three friends who also run the HWK and two of them prefer it on its side. If you can arrange for the top port to fire into a corner or a wall even better. But becareful not to knock the wall down. <img src="http://www.decware.com/yabbfiles/Templates/Forum/yabb21/kiss.gif" border="0" alt="Kiss" /><br /><br /><br />HT-EXTThe Ultimate Wrecker - Updatehttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1190336056
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1190336056Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:22:33 +0000Sounds like a great plan. I can vouch for the Series IIs. Just about a perfect woofer for the design if I do say so myself. <br /><br /><br />HT-EXTupper port to be placed in fronthttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1234143725
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1234143725Wed, 25 Feb 2009 20:18:27 +0000I would try the original design first. It will be easier to replace the top than replace a whole side. I too look for ways to focus the top port output foward instead of up but was not satisfied with any of the results. Try the original and then mod if needed.<br /><br /><br />HT-EXThwkhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1233820454
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1233820454Thu, 05 Feb 2009 12:10:28 +0000<b><a class="message" href="http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1233820454/0#0">bimbo wrote</a> on 02/05/09 at 07:54:13:</b><br /><div class="quote" style="width: 90%">Is the hwk good for outdoor use? What enclosure would you recommend for outdoor use? Tnx. </div><br /><br />As an &quot;old-tyme&quot; headbanger, I would have to say that the features of the venue determine what kind of speakers you need to make the outdoors ROCK.<br /><br />I have a two-fifteen (JBL E140s which I possess by default, in plenitude) HWK that I now use on my back deck to liven up my back yard. It's flat ground, clay soil with grass and too much noise from surrounding streets to be truly enjoyable during the day, but when Magic Hour is near, this lazy (large-ish) system, which I listen to from about forty feet back, is very pleasing.<br /><br />If I was going to make a live music presentation and attempt to punk the noise from the streets, I would use horns for low bass.<br />I haven't tried it up close, but I would think that for private listening outdoors the HWK would please just about anyone's tastes.<br /><br />It s very &quot;adjustable&quot; for one thing and you can create response peaks just where your venue requires them, all done inside the enclosure.Housewrecker HWK18 Impressionshttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1228805645
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1228805645Mon, 26 Jan 2009 09:01:52 +0000I'm hesitating between the HWK18 and the Imperial S.O. I don't know yet.<br /><br />RegardsAmplifier for HW12http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1218787879
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1218787879Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:34:07 +0000Hey Spork! There's the new Reckhorn A-402, I buyed it and it's far better than the A-400. It only costs 250 Euros, it's incredible practical for Subwoofers and combinig it with the Reckhorn B1 for 60 euros really does it. I have two 400W Mivoc AWX 184 connected to it and it just sounds great!House Wrecker Infrasonichttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1228057664
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1228057664Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:01:28 +0000The HWK15 will reach down to 10Hz to 15Hz with little or no problem. I would think the HWK18 would easily reach down low too. The only problem I can see is the amount of power you might need to shake the house. It can be done but money(budget) will be the issue, for me anyway. I say build it and let us know how it turns out.<br /><br /><br />HT-EXThi i am a new guy and i have a few questionshttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1229306483
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1229306483Mon, 15 Dec 2008 19:55:48 +0000I would say YES! The HWK is a forgiving design that has kept me busy for many years with different woofers, subwoofers, and speaker configurations out the yang. I have used one drive, two drivers and even four drivers to test the limit of this enclosure. You will not be disappointed with the HWK15. Build it and boom.<br /><br /><br />HT-EXTHWK 10 planshttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1225068983
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1225068983Tue, 04 Nov 2008 01:40:34 +0000I appreciate your reply. &nbsp;Will proceed in an artistic manner...Is the link to Housewrecker plans broken?http://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1217987528
Forums/Housewrecker Support Forumhttp://www.decware.com/cgi-bin/yabb22/YaBB.pl?num=1217987528Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:52:32 +0000<br />Excellent.<br /><br />Thanks for getting it going again, Steve.<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.decware.com/yabbfiles/Templates/Forum/yabb21/grin.gif" border="0" alt="Grin" />